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Wetzel: House settlement officially ends college amateurism, and good riddance
Amateurism has collapsed like the house of cards it always was. It shouldn't have lasted this long.ESPN - 2d -
Nicky Katt, Actor Known For ‘Dazed And Confused,’ Dies at 54
He began his career as a child actor and later played tough guys and henchmen. He was best known for “Boston Public” and “Dazed and Confused.”The New York Times - 2d -
'The Amateur,' starring Rami Malek, looks the part but can't execute the mission
As spy thrillers go, this one is suspense-free and generic, wasting a decent cast that includes Jon Bernthal, Laurence Fishburne and Rachel Brosnahan.Los Angeles Times - 3d -
A New Book About Baking Bread Is Only Sort of About Bread
“Existential Bread,” a book by the poet and amateur baker Jim Franks, is only sort of about bread.The New York Times - 5d -
Forget boardroom bonuses, RFU must wake up to amateur rugby’s money drain
On August 26 this year rugby union will mark its 30th year of professionalism. Many of the predictions that were made as to the consequences of that decision were mere guesswork in 1995. With the ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
The Prodigy's Liam Howlett on playing Coachella after Keith Flint's death — "It was like jumping off a building"
The rave group, known for "Firestarter" and "Breathe," returns after losing the face of the band.Los Angeles Times - 5d -
Pope puts 'God's architect' Antoni Gaudí on path to sainthood
The Spanish architect was a devout Catholic and is best known for Barcelona's Sagrada Familia basilica.BBC News - 8h -
Jamaican reggae artist Max Romeo dies aged 80
Musician best known for tracks such as Chase the Devil and War Ina Babylon rose to fame in the 1960s. Max Romeo, the influential Jamaican reggae artist best known for tracks such as Chase the Devil ...The Guardian - 3d -
Under the banks' towers, Frankfurt's humble water houses bring the city together
Frankfurt has become Germany’s financial capital, known for the country’s only high-rise skylineABC News - 3d -
Gen. Stanley McChrystal On Fear
America has always known fear. But today’s fear is different. It has been cultivated.The New York Times - 2d -
Notre Dame gets key commitment
Rebounder Carson Towt commits to Notre Dame as he leaves Northern Arizona. Towt is known for rebounding.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Explosion in Austin Damages 24 Houses and Injures 6 People
The cause of the enormous explosion at a house on Sunday, which could be heard miles away, was not immediately known. Officials described it as an “isolated incident.”The New York Times - 1d -
The Most Dangerous Hackers You’ve Never Heard Of
From crypto kingpins to sophisticated scammers, these are the lesser-known hacking groups that should be on your radar.Wired - 1d -
The Dogist, Elias Friedman, Marries Samantha Cutler, a Childhood Friend
Elias Friedman, a well-known photographer, and Samantha Cutler met as teens. Both love dogs, but it would be years before they loved each other.The New York Times - 4d -
JPMorgan’s Jamie Dimon Warns of ‘Considerable Turbulence’ Ahead for Economy
JPMorgan’s Jamie Dimon, known for his frankness, is tiptoeing around tariffs as he and other leaders of big banks reveal their latest earnings.The New York Times - 3d -
How the ‘trade of the year’ in the bond market became a nightmare for investors after Trump’s tariffs
Here is what’s at stake as a lesser-known “basis trade” came undone this week, just before President Trump’s mini-pivot on tariffs.MarketWatch - 3d -
'Dazed and Confused' actor Nicky Katt dies at 54
Actor Nicky Katt, best known for roles in popular indie film “Dazed and Confused” and show “Boston Public,” has died at 54.NBC News - 2d -
WATCH: Stunning 'pink moon' over Golden Gate Bridge
Stunning time lapse video shows April’s full moon, known as the Pink Moon, rising over San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge.ABC News - 8h -
First lawsuit is filed over deadly nightclub roof collapse in the Dominican Republic
The first known lawsuit has been filed against the owners of a legendary nightclub whose roof collapsed and killed 231 people in the Dominican RepublicABC News - 4h -
La Nina exits after three weak months, leaving Earth in neutral climate state
La Nina, the natural cooling flip side of the better-known and warmer El Nino climate phenomenon, has dwindled away after just three weak monthsABC News - 5d -
Can Nigeria Help Save the Pangolins Amid a Global Wildlife Crime Crisis?
The country has been known as a hub for the trade in illegal wildlife. But it has been stepping up enforcement as concerns grow about the depletion of certain species and the growing role of ...The New York Times - 4d -
Eric Dane announces ALS diagnosis, will return to 'Euphoria' set next week
Actor Eric Dane announced he has ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, but says he feels 'fortunate' to be able to continue to work ahead of the third season of "Euphoria."Los Angeles Times - 4d -
2025 Masters: A golf fan's nirvana as Rory, Bryson battle for history, and a green jacket
Rory McIlroy's Masters futility and frustration is well-known. He's 24 hours away from shedding labels and making history at Augusta National. One man is in his way: The last to serve him ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Diego Fagúndez, short-handed Galaxy play Dynamo to 1-1 draw, extended winless streak to 8 games
Diego Fagúndez scored a goal on Saturday night for LA and the short-handed Galaxy tied the Houston Dynamo 1-1. LA’s Mathias Jørgensen, known as “Zanka”, was shown a red card for denial of an ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Max Romeo was a great social commentator, railing against inequality and discord
The reggae singer best known for War Ina Babylon and Chase the Devil was most productive in the febrile political climate of 1970s Jamaica, but his influence remains undimmed. Jamaican reggae ...The Guardian - 2d -
Jean Marsh, co-creator of 1970s TV hit Upstairs, Downstairs, dies aged 90
ITV drama set in aristocratic house in Edwardian London explored class and social change, and won many awards. Jean Marsh, the actor and writer best known for co-creating and starring in the 1970s ...The Guardian - 1d -
Brass Typhoon: The Chinese Hacking Group Lurking in the Shadows
Though less well-known than groups like Volt Typhoon and Salt Typhoon, Brass Typhoon, or APT 41, is an infamous, longtime espionage actor that foreshadowed recent telecom hacks.Wired - 1d -
The 2026 Senate map starts to come into focus: From the Politics Desk
The next battle for the Senate majority has come into clearer focus in recent weeks, with candidates in both parties making their intentions known in high-profile races across the map.NBC News - 22h
